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Dr. Todd Novak, MD

Dr. Todd Novak, MD

Anesthesiologist

Evanston, IL

15 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Novak, Anesthesiologist in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Todd Novak, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Evanston, IL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Novak completed his residency at Massachusetts General Hospital. Dr. Novak is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Novak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Novak’s office at (312) 926-2000.

    Where did Dr. Novak go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Brigham & Women's Hospital, Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology | Brigham and Women's Hospital / Harvard Medical School

    • Residency: Massachusetts General Hospital

    Is Dr. Novak board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Todd Novak, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Novak speak?

    Dr. Novak and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Novak typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Novak diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Novak. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm
    • Persistent atrial fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
    • I4819: Other persistent atrial fibrillation
    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy Lens
    • Lens Opacity
    • Eye Clouding
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H269: Unspecified cataract
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Novak typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Novak performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Novak. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Peripheral Nerve Block
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • Nerve injection
    • Pain relief injection
    • Steroid injection for nerve pain

    CPT Codes:

    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Novak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Novak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (312) 926-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Novak accept in Evanston, IL?

    Dr. Novak in Evanston, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Cook County Health & Hospitals System

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Northshore University Healthsystem

    • State of Illinois

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Novak's office located?

    Dr. Todd Novak's Primary Practice

    2650 Ridge Ave

    Evanston, IL 60201

    (312) 926-2000

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    Feinberg 5-704

    251 E Huron St # 5-704

    Chicago, IL 60611

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    What is Dr. Novak's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Novak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982730388.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Novak?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Novak

    What is Dr. Todd Novak's specialty?

    Dr. Novak is an Anesthesiologist near Evanston, IL.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Todd Novak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Novak is affiliated with Endeavor Health Evanston Hospital, Endeavor Health Swedish Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

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    Is Dr. Todd Novak accepting new patients in Evanston, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Todd Novak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Todd Novak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Novak's office at (312) 926-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Todd Novak?

    Please contact Dr. Novak's office at (312) 926-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Novak's office located?

    Dr. Novak's offices are located in Evanston, IL and Chicago, IL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Todd Novak have?

    Dr. Todd Novak is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.